LAPD halts use of license plate cameras due to debate over video rights
The Los Angeles Police Department has decided to terminate its contract with a surveillance company called Flock Safety, which manages a portion of the city’s license plate reading camera system. This move, confirmed by department CIO Dean Giaramas, is attributed to disagreements over the management of the camera footage. Flock, headquartered in Atlanta, has faced […]
Agents involved in deadly Houston shooting did not have body cameras on.
Fatal ICE Shooting in Houston: Investigations Underway Agents from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) involved in a recent shooting that killed an undocumented immigrant in Houston were not equipped with body cameras, according to multiple sources close to the investigation. This tragic event has drawn attention amidst ongoing national conversations around mass shootings. The […]
Flock Safety CEO: It’s “terroristic” to inquire about the locations of our surveillance cameras
For years, Americans have been reassured that the surge of AI surveillance cameras is harmless, primarily aimed at locating stolen vehicles or supporting crime-solving efforts. The prevailing notion is that if you haven’t done anything wrong, there’s nothing to fear. However, a recent comment from the CEO of Flock Safety, a major player in AI […]
Ensure drivers stay attentive: EU requires eye-tracking cameras in all vehicles
EU Implements New Driver Safety Regulations The European Union has announced its plan to enhance driver safety by enforcing new safety protocols focused on emergency detection and addressing distracted driving. The proposed implementation of these measures may not sit well with many drivers. In a recent article titled ‘Safer cars, safer roads: new rules come […]
Cameras for license plates will soon monitor phones, wearables, entertainment systems, and even your pets.
License Plate Cameras Evolve License plate cameras have advanced and now go beyond simply reading plates. New technology enables them to detect various electronic devices, including smartphones, smartwatches, Bluetooth headphones, infotainment systems, AirTags, and even some pet trackers. Collecting enough data points allows for determining someone’s workplace, residence, and usual travel companions. In essence, these […]
Father of Austin Metcalf supports ban on cameras in Karmelo Anthony trial
Courtroom Cameras Excluded from Murder Trial In Frisco, Texas, Jeff Metcalf, the father of murder victim Austin Metcalf, expressed his strong support for the decision to keep cameras out of the courtroom during the trial of Carmelo Anthony. Judge John Roach emphasized that this choice was crucial to ensure the fairness of the case. In […]
Austin Metcalf’s father supports the ban on cameras in the Karmelo Anthony trial
Cameras Excluded from Carmelo Anthony’s Trial, Says Austin Metcalf’s Father In Frisco, Texas, Jeff Metcalf, father of Austin Metcalf, expressed his complete support for the judge’s ruling to prohibit cameras in the courtroom during the murder trial involving Carmelo Anthony. Judge John Roach from the 296th District Court stated that this decision was crucial for […]
Judge supports ban on cameras in Karmelo Anthony murder trial in Texas
Carmelo Anthony Sentenced to 35 Years for First-Degree Murder Carmelo Anthony received a 35-year prison sentence after being found guilty of first-degree murder in the stabbing of Austin Metcalf, a 17-year-old student. This incident took place during a track meet in Texas. Jeff Metcalfe, Austin’s father, delivered a poignant statement about the impact of the […]
Knicks fan captures joy and chaos outside MSG with traffic cameras during the Finals
Smile! You’re visible on the chaos camera. The mixture of stress, anxiety, and ultimate joy felt by Knicks fans gathering outside Madison Square Garden on Wednesday was captured by several traffic cameras in midtown. Artist Molly Coleman recently launched GardenCam to document the fervor surrounding the basketball action for those who, for various reasons, couldn’t […]
Judge describes Karmelo Anthony as a ‘pleasant young man,’ yet stands by murder conviction and decision to prohibit cameras in the courtroom: ‘I rest easy at night’
Judge Supports Verdict in High-Profile Murder Case A Texas judge overseeing Carmelo Anthony’s murder trial described him as a “good young man,” yet firmly backed the jury’s tough prison sentence in this notable case. Judge John Roach Jr. faced considerable criticism during the trial. Some felt he was restricting the media by prohibiting cameras in […]